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Autism New Jersey

Provides information, education, support and advocacy for families and professionals. Serves all New Jersey residents with autism, including pre-school age children, youth ages 3-21, young adults ages 14-21 and adults.

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Aging & Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs)

Links to county contact information for Aging and Disability Resource Centers, which provide a single point of entry for access to public long-term support programs and benefits.
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Alzheimer's Association - Delaware Valley Chapter

Alzheimer's Association chapters provide information, programs and services, including support groups and educational workshops, to people with Alzheimer's disease, their family members and caregivers. The Delaware Valley Chapter serves Southeastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey and the state of Delaware.
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Alzheimer's Association - Greater New Jersey Chapter

Alzheimer's Association chapters provide information, programs and services, including support groups and educational workshops, to people with Alzheimer's disease, their family members and caregivers.
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Autism Society of America - Southwest New Jersey/Parents & Children Together

An all-volunteer organization made up of parents and family members of individuals affected by an autism spectrum disorder, as well as professionals working in the field.
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Brain Injury Association of New Jersey

A nonprofit organization that brings together people with brain injury, their families, friends and health professionals to improve the quality of life people experience after brain injury.

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Central New Jersey Down Syndrome Parent Advocacy Group

Provides information, advocacy, programs and services, and networking opportunities that promote the health, education, employment and inclusion of people with Down syndrome.
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Children's Specialized Hospital

An affiliate member of the Robert Wood Johnson Health System, Children's Specialized Hospital is New Jersey's largest comprehensive rehabilitation health system dedicated exclusively to children. The hospital treats children and adolescents from birth to 21 years of age through a network of services with a wide array of medical, developmental, educational and rehabilitative needs.
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Colonial Chapter of the Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA)

Offers Veterans and all people with spinal cord injury or disease free, comprehensive benefits, disability rights and medical counseling, assistance in applying for VA benefits, and access to sports, recreational programs and other services.
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Community Care Program for the Elderly & Disabled

Provides case management, home health, homemaker, medical day care, non-emergency medical transportation, respite care, social day care and prescribed drugs for eligible individuals living in the community.
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Disabilityhealth.org

Web site intended to improve the readiness of health care students and professionals in New Jersey to serve persons who have cerebral palsy, spina bifida, Down syndrome or other developmental disorders.
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Division of Child Behavioral Health Services

Serves children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral health care challenges and their families.
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Down Syndrome Association of Central New Jersey

Provides information, advocacy, programs and services, and networking opportunities that promote the health, education, employment and inclusion of people with Down syndrome.
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Down Syndrome Group of Northwest New Jersey

Provides information, advocacy, programs and services, and networking opportunities that promote the health, education, employment and inclusion of people with Down syndrome.
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Health Insurance for Children in New Jersey

Information and resources about health insurance for infants, children and teens in New Jersey.
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Indian Health Services for the Eastern & Southern U.S.

Indian Health Service's Nashville Area office supports tribal governments and urban Indian communities in the development and administration of comprehensive health care delivery systems that meet the needs of Indian people in all states throughout the Eastern and Southern U.S.

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Kennedy Health System Ambulance & Medical Transport

Provides non-emergency medical transportation throughout South New Jersey. Select "Medical Services" from the menu on the left hand side of the home page for more information on ambulance and medical transportation options.
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Keystone Paralyzed Veterans of America

Offers Veterans and all people with spinal cord injury or disease free, comprehensive benefits, disability rights and medical counseling, assistance in applying for VA benefits, and access to sports, recreational programs and other services.

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Mental Health Services in New Jersey

Directory of mental health treatment facilities and support services in the state.
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Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society Chapter for New Jersey

Contact information for MS Society Chapters throughout the state. Chapters encourage personal empowerment with employment counseling, family programs, volunteer opportunities and advocacy issues.
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Network21

Provides information, advocacy, programs and services, and networking opportunities that promote the health, education, employment and inclusion of people with Down syndrome.
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New Jersey 211

Offers information on a broad range of services, including rent assistance, food banks, affordable housing, health resources, child care, after-school programs, elderly care, literacy and job training programs.
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New Jersey Catastrophic Illness in Children Relief Fund Commission

Provides eligible families with financial assistance to help them cover medical expenses that were previously incurred because their child became catastrophically ill or injured. Covered expenses for children ages 0 to 21 include, but are not limited to, special ambulatory care, acute or specialized in- or out-patient hospital care, medical equipment, medically-related home and vehicle modifications, home health care and medical transportation.
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New Jersey Commission for the Blind & Visually Impaired

Coordinates and provides preventive, eye health screenings and assessments for children and adults, as well as early intervention services, educational and vocational rehabilitation and referrals to other services.
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New Jersey Department of Human Services

Works to ensure that the rights of people with disabilities are protected and that they and their families have access to quality programs and services including health care, community living, employment programs and assistive technology.
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New Jersey Department of Human Services Family Programs

Information on services for children, ages 0-18, to ensure their well being, health and development. These include health care, services for children with developmental disabilities and mental illness, counseling and assistance for families, child care and other supportive services.

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New Jersey Department of Military & Veterans Affairs

Information on services for veterans living in New Jersey, including health care.
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New Jersey Division of Aging & Community Services

Administers programs and services designed to make it easier for seniors to maintain independence, including case management, adult day care programs, housing services, senior employment programs, transportation services, in-home services, healthcare and advocacy services.

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New Jersey Division of Disability Services

Focuses on serving people who have become disabled as adults, whether through illness or injury. The Division responds to requests for information and referral assistance on issues affecting people with any type of disability in New Jersey.
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New Jersey Division of Mental Health Services

The New Jersey Division of Mental Health Regional offers mental health programs and services throughout the state.
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New Jersey Independent Living Centers (ILCs)

Contact information for ILCs throughout New Jersey. ILCs provide people with disabilities advocacy and support services, including assistance with employment, transportation, housing, health care and living skills.
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New Jersey Parkinson's Disease Association Information & Referral Center

Responds to the particular needs of persons affected by Parkinson's disease and their caregivers through education, referral, support and public awareness programs.
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New Jersey Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Fund

Program run by the New Jersey Department of Human Services allows New Jersey residents who have survived an acquired brain injury to obtain the services and supports they need to live in the community. The Fund helps pay for supports and services that foster independence and maximize quality of life.
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New Jersey Women & AIDS Network

A private, non-profit organization that provides education, prevention, advocacy and medical treatment adherence programs to improve the quality of life for HIV/AIDS infected and affected women in New Jersey.
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Occupational Safety & Health Issues for Workers with Disabilities

State of New Jersey discussion of emergency services, ergonomics, chemical exposure, hazard communication training, warning devices, blood-borne pathogens and workplace violence with respect to disabled workers. This link opens a PDF document.

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The Arc of New Jersey Mainstreaming Medical Care Program

Provides advocacy services on behalf of Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries with developmental disabilities.
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The YAI Network

Provides a full range of health and human services to people of all ages with developmental and learning disabilities and their families. Services are provided throughout the greater New York metropolitan area, New Jersey, Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands, as well as countries through the world. This information is also available in Spanish.

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Veterans Facilities in New Jersey

Provides locations where veterans in New Jersey can apply for benefits or receive primary health care and mental health services.
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